What Is the Relationship Between Parental Discussions and Safe Sex

question 42

Multiple Choice

What is the relationship between parental discussions and safe sex practices?

• A) Parents who do not engage in discussions about sex and contraception have adolescents who do not engage in sexual activity.
• B) Parents who do not engage in discussions about sex and contraception is associated with increased contraceptive use.
• C) Parents who engage in open discussion about sex and contraception is associated with decreased contraceptive use.
• D) Parents who engage in open discussions about sex and contraception is associated with increased contraceptive use.

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